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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1977
Page
2
A reader questions whether patriotism survives in Mexico and at home on Memorial Day. The note laments missing flags downtown and at the courthouse and praises VFW memorials while warning that limited patriotism could risk the nation in war.
A reflective religious note cites John 8 11 about forgiveness and Gods infinite love. It extols charity sympathy and understanding of the Great Nazarene and affirms that God will receive us when earthly parents forsake us, highlighting comforting faith.
In an open forum Mexico argues for a 1 percent city sales tax to finance police, fire protection, trash disposal, sewers, street maintenance, senior programs, and recreation. Opponents warn against user fees. supporters say broad revenue shares benefits all, including parks, roads, and emergency services. Thomas Wilson urges voters to approve on June 7.
In 1927 Edward Gooch was elected first lieutenant of Battery B, 128th Field Artillery, Missouri National Guard, to succeed Russell E. Jones. In 1937 Mr and Mrs W D Lee and Dr and Mrs N R Rodes concluded a 500 game series begun during Mrs Simpson and King of England coverage. Mrs Lee won.
A reader questions Rule No 1 of Ten Rules For Raising Children arguing that God would not gift abusive or disadvantaged mothers and that nature dictates who bears children She insists life is miraculous and that respect for every new life persists despite circumstances The letter also complains about guidance counselors and suggests alternative support from teachers The reply notes concerns about educators and promotes Ann Landers booklet Love or Sex and How to Tell the Difference with mailing instructions
Dear reader letters discuss bronchitis versus asthma, the role of allergy, and cardiac asthma. The physician advises checking heart and lung health, blood pressure, and explores less common cough sources such as ear irritation and gullet stomach reflux, plus antibiotics for bronchitis pending evaluation.
Audrain County's new Board of Visitors, tasked with inspecting jails and lockups, chose Andy Runge as chairman. The paper notes a three week tour and details access hours, subscription rates, and mailing options for the Mexico Ledger.
On Sunday greetings are extended to Mrs Frank Isaacs Billy Gene Antrim of Centralia Joyce Pilliard Mrs Clyde Kratzer Eugenia Davidson Pris Singleton and Susan Petry from well wishers and family members in the community.
Radio and TV schedules show Cardinals Expos game in Montreal at 6 30 p m and Boston Twins game at 1 16 p m on multiple channels plus a slate of ABC CBS NBC daytime and prime time movies news and talk shows including Strange New World Death At Love House and The Donahue Show with various reruns and sports events across channels 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 13 and 17 with ongoing coverage of specials Olympics and feature films throughout the day on local stations.
A dense Sunday lineup spans Camera Three at 10 am through late night features. Notable items include Cards vs Expos in Montreal at 1:15 pm, Giselle by American Ballet Theatre at 2 pm, and the 31st Tony Awards at 8 pm with Lily Tomlin and Barry Manilow among performers.
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